On February 14, 2026, at Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront, the Grand Court of the Amaranth held their Installation of Officers. Mom Ange Malmquist went in as Grand Royal Matron and Dad Clancy Nidell went in as Grand Royal Patron. The theme for the term is “Come Together.” After the crowning of Mom Ange the Rainbow girls got the honor to hand her flowers and watch her go to her station.

For my first time going to an Amaranth Installation, I was glad I was able to attend. I was so happy I got to watch everyone go into their stations for the term. I loved the songs they played while people were walking to their respective spots. I’m so glad I got to go to this event and I can’t wait to see what Mom Ange and Dad Clancy accomplish during their term.

Submitted By Macie R., Norfolk Assembly No. 15

On February 14, 2026, at Monitor Lodge, Hampton Assembly #2 hosted its installation of Officers. The theme for this term is “Tangled” with Sydney A. going in as Hampton’s Worthy Advisor. The decorations were absolutely gorgeous, with many of them being homemade! The installing team and the officers did an amazing job! The turn out was great too, especially with all the snow we have been having lately. 

During the reception, they had Chick-fil-A, fruit, cupcakes, and cookies to serve. I’m so happy I was able to attend this event. Even though the snow made it an obstacle, that did not stop the girls from doing an amazing job and making the installation a success! I’m so glad I got to see my friends and support my Rainbow sisters.

Submitted by Macie R. Norfolk Assembly No. 15

On February 12, 2026, at Khedive Shrine Center, the Master Masons hosted their annual Grand Master Dinner. They invited Rainbow, Demolay, and Job’s Daughters to help serve. We started by picking up trash and clearing the extra plates from their salads. Then, we did something different and started passing out cupcakes to everyone. Dessert is always best before dinner! And the cupcakes were equally delicious! We then started to pass out the dinner option, which was a choice between beef and chicken. 

Once all the food was served, we listened to the Grand Master’s speech which was about secrets. Myself and the youth that were in attendance also were able to eat the great meal. At the conclusion of clean up, we traveled home, 

I am so happy I was able to attend this serving event. I have been looking forward to this for a long time because I always love to catch up with my youth sisters and brothers, and equally see all our amazing sponsoring bodies. The food was so good and the decorations were adorable. The theme for the decor was Valentine’s Day, with red and pink hearts on the tables. 

Submitted by Macie R. Norfolk Assembly No. 15

On January 24, 2026, at Manchester Lodge, Richmond Assembly had its installation of officers. The theme for this term is “A Rainbow For All Seasons” with Faith going in as the Worthy Advisor. The installation went beautifully, even with the crazy weather that was happening outside!. The installation was moved to 12:30 pm and the refreshments were at 11 am, which I really enjoyed having the early lunch! They served white and regular chili along with a vegetarian option. The desserts were cupcakes decorated as mushrooms and moss.   

Congratulations to everyone who got installed on Saturday. I’m so happy I was able to attend such a wonderful event with our Worthy Advisor, Alaina. One of my favorite things to see during the installation was how Richmond made the mascot presentation into a game show that was very entertaining! I love traveling around the state to support my sisters. 

Submitted by Macie R. Norfolk Assembly No. 15